"The Pirates have looked like the more dynamic team so far, particularly on the pitching front in a pair of low-scoring affairs. They're able to roll out numerous arms chucking mid-to-upper 90s with nasty stuff."
"Jameson Taillon is going to need to keep his old team in check if the Cubs are to avoid complete disaster. His task won't be an easy one, as the wind will be blowing out to center and left at nearly 20 mph."
"Busch needs a reset badly, as he's currently mired in an 0-for-30 slump that dates back to April 2. He's slashing .118/.220/.157 with a wRC+ of 18 on the season, and he's yet to hit a home run."
The Cubs are struggling as they approach a crucial game against the Pirates, who have shown superior performance, especially in pitching. The Pirates lead the NL Central, while the Cubs sit last. Jameson Taillon must perform well to prevent a sweep, facing challenging wind conditions. The Cubs' lineup features several changes, including Nico Hoerner as leadoff and Matt Shaw starting at first base. Michael Busch is in a significant slump, while the Pirates' Bubba Chandler is a formidable pitcher.
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